Genetic engineering mechanism visualized

Researchers report the visualization of the dynamics of 'molecular scissors' -- the main mechanism of the…

Older people with bowel disease receive older medicines

Inflammatory bowel disease is common amongst older people and there are big differences in the choice…

Sixth-graders can learn, perform hands-only CPR

Students as young as sixth-graders can learn and perform CPR effectively and should be targeted for…

Landmark study may impact standard stroke treatment guidelines

Standard guidelines for stroke treatment currently recommend clot removal only within six hours of stroke onset.…

New hope for patients awaiting corneal transplants

New national research has found that corneal donor tissue can be safely stored for 11 days…

Genetic treatment for blindness may soon be reality

Patients who had lost their sight to an inherited retinal disease could see well enough to…

Both obese and anorexic women have low levels of ‘feel good’ neurosteroid

Women at opposite extremes of the weight spectrum have low levels of the neuroactive steroid allopregnanolone,…

Smell test challenge suggests clinical benefit for some before development of Alzheimer’s

In a new study, researchers have determined that a declining sense of smell may be able…

Engaging children in math at home equals a boost in more than just math skills

Preschool children who engage in math activities at home with their parents not only improve their…

Mutant gene network in colon cancer identified

The principles of the gene network for colon tumorigenesis have been identified. The principles will be…